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Chocolate Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream

Welcome to the delightful world of baking, where today's star is none other than the luxurious Chocolate Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream! If you’ve ever craved a sweet treat that’s both rich and refreshing, look no further. These cupcakes are the perfect combination of soft, chocolatey goodness topped with a light, fluffy strawberry buttercream that will undoubtedly send your taste buds into a happy dance!
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup strawberries pureed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk if needed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
  • Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined; be careful not to over-mix.
  • Fill Cupcake Liners: Pour or spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Make Strawberry Buttercream: While the cupcakes are cooling, beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry puree, mixing until well combined. If needed, add a bit of milk for the desired consistency.
  • Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the strawberry buttercream using a piping bag or a spatula.